Taste of the Great Houses

This is a great way of seeing much of Jamaica's history. You get to see three different aspects of our culture from back in the days as well as hear how different persons influenced our history.

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Stop At: Rose Hall Great House, Rose Hall, Montego Bay Jamaica

If you looking for something to do in Jamaica, the Rose Hall Great House is a great Montego Bay area attraction. The greatest of Jamaican great houses, the Rose Hall Great House has a story with all the elements of an engaging novel. Built-in 1770 by John Palmer and his wife, it eventually became the residence of their grandnephew, John Rose Palmer. In 1820, Palmer married Anne, a beautiful but feisty English girl.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Greenwood Great House, 435 Belgrade Ave, Montego Bay Jamaica

Built during an era of elegance and brutality, Greenwood has retained the atmosphere of the 19th century and continues to capture the imagination of its visitors. Built by the Barretts of Wimpole Street London in 1800, the home still has much of its original furniture. In fact, Greenwood has the largest and rarest collection of musical instruments and books on the island.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Richmond Hill Great House, Union Street, Montego Bay, Jamaica

An original Terra Cotta pot with the royal seal of ‘Isabel and Ferdinand’ of Spain is found in our patio garden. This jar is an original brought to Jamaica by a Spanish Galleon during the reign of Queen Isabel and King Ferdinand. The jar was used to store oil or water on the ships during their long voyages across the Atlantic.The walls of the great house are 18″ thick of limestone and molasses. There is also a well under the dining room hand carved from the limestone which is 30 feet deep and 30 feet wide.

Duration: 45 minutes